Excellent
#49 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 3% of private schools
St John Paul II Catholic High School
High School
5100 TERREBONNE DR, Tallahassee, FL 32311
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#49 of 1,462
In Tallahassee
#2 of 20
public schools
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About St John Paul II Catholic High School
St John Paul II Catholic High School is a private high school in Tallahassee, FL. St John Paul II Catholic High School serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Paul II Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 190 students, St John Paul II Catholic High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, St John Paul II Catholic High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John Paul II Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St John Paul II Catholic High School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Tallahassee, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Paul II Catholic High School (this school) | 8.2 |
| FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| TALLAHASSEE CLASSICAL SCHOOL | 3.1 |
| JAMES RICKARDS HIGH SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| LEON COUNTY VIRTUAL SCHOOL FRANCHISE | 6.9 |
| FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY DEVELOPMENTAL RESEARCH SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS | 5.8 |
| LEON HIGH SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| SAIL | 5.6 |
| LEON CO JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER | 5.3 |
| AMOS P. GODBY HIGH SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| GRETCHEN EVERHART SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| SECOND CHANCE AT GHAZVINI LEARNING CENTER | 4.1 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY AT GHAZVINI LEARNING CENTER | 3.4 |
| LAWTON CHILES HIGH SCHOOL | 6.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5100 TERREBONNE DR, Tallahassee, FL 32311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Paul II Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS (rated 5.8/10, 4.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is JAMES RICKARDS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 3.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 3.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tallahassee, see our Tallahassee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,250
Median Home Value
$288,900
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
21,060
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Paul II Catholic High School
What grades does St John Paul II Catholic High School serve?
St John Paul II Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St John Paul II Catholic High School?
St John Paul II Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Paul II Catholic High School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Paul II Catholic High School rank in FL?
St John Paul II Catholic High School ranks #49 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is St John Paul II Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Paul II Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John Paul II Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, St John Paul II Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St John Paul II Catholic High School a religious school?
St John Paul II Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 190
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Leon County
- Phone
- (850) 201-5744
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